News by subject: NTA

Please be advised that the Urban Society for Aboriginal Youth (USAY) and Member of Parliament George Chahal, on behalf of the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, will celebrate the groundbreaking of the start of construction of...

Today, the CRTC is launching a public consultation to gather views on how to support Indigenous broadcasters and content creators, and to ensure Indigenous stories and voices are represented, easily found, and shared across all platforms. This...

Heritage places reflect the rich and varied stories of Canada and provide an opportunity for Canadians to learn more about our diverse history. Today, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister...

Minister of Indigenous Services, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, issued the following statement: I would like to begin by acknowledging the hard work of First Nations communities in safeguarding their waterways, developing innovative water management...

With federal funding and federal leadership, we are changing how cities let housing get built in their municipalities. With a greater focus on higher density housing, student housing, homes near transit and affordable housing, we are going to get...

The Société de l'assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ), the Kativik Regional Government (KRG), Minister responsible for Relations with First Nations and the Inuit Ian Lafrenière, Minister of Labour and Minister responsible for the Nord-du-Québec...

The Gen7 Fuel bank account at BMO's North Bay branch has been frozen after KMPG's lawyers at Bennett Jones LLP presented a letter demanding the action. The letter was issued to the bank as part of KMPG's court-appointed monitoring of the debt...

The Honourable Anita Anand, President of the Treasury Board, made the following statement today: "As we mark the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we must reflect on all the ways that we can stand up against racism and...

Today, the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister of Northern Affairs, CanNor and PrairiesCan, announced in a keynote address to the Arctic Energy and Resource Symposium that Nukik Corporation is receiving an additional $2.8 million in funding from Canada's...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination: "Today, on this International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we reaffirm our...

Just in time for World Water Day on March 22, the One Drop Foundation is releasing the results of a new public opinion poll and reaffirming its unwavering commitment to safe water access for all. The Canada-wide survey carried out by Maru/Blue for...

Saskatchewan Blue Cross, a leading provider of health and wellness solutions, is honoured to announce their support once again for Rock Your Roots: Walk for Reconciliation....

Members of Ontario's legal professions will be recognized for their outstanding career achievements and contributions to their communities at the annual Law Society Awards ceremony, which will be held on May 22, 2024....

Command Holdings, a Pequot Company, announced today it has earned USA Today's 2024 Top Workplaces Award. Owned by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation, Command Holdings provides professional services to a wide range of customers including the...

Jaclyn Hall, Odette Auger and Savannah Ridley are the recipients of this year's CJF-CBC Indigenous Journalism Fellowships, established to amplify Indigenous voices and foster better comprehension of Indigenous issues....

Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, made the following statement in response to the Auditor General of Canada's performance audit report of the First Nations and...

The new Aroland First Nation Elders Lodge (?????????), will provide Elders in the community with a comfortable place to call home and live independently while receiving needed care. The federal government is supporting this lodge with an investment...

Sleep Country Canada Holdings Inc. ("Sleep Country" or the "Company") , Canada's leading specialty sleep retailer, is pleased to announce a partnership with veritree a climate tech enterprise that plants trees around the world in an effort to...

The UBC Apprenticeship Integration & Development Program (AID) offers new apprentices a strong foundation as they start careers in the skilled construction trades and ongoing supports to ensure they succeed. Developed and led by the United...

On Saturday, the 2024 Mat-Su Valley Arctic Winter Games came to a close. Over the last week, athletes from Alaska, the Northwest Territories, Yukon, Nunavut, Nunavik-Quebec, Northern Alberta, Kalaallit Nunaat and Sápmi came together to compete in 20...

"Today's announcement will help Canadian workers and businesses secure the coveted first-mover advantage in the European Union, the largest and most lucrative clean energy market in the world."...

Season Two of the Reciprocity Project film series will make its world premiere on March 20 at the M?oriland Film Festival.  All seven short films in the second season will be screened on the opening night of the festival, taking place in the K?piti...

Parks Canada is committed to a system of national heritage places that recognizes and honours the historic and contemporary contributions of Indigenous peoples, their histories, and cultures, as well as the special relationships Indigenous peoples...

407 ETR staff were onsite at the Angus Glen Community Centre in Markham to celebrate the closing of the 50th Annual Little Native Hockey League (LNHL) Tournament. More than 3,500 young Indigenous athletes participated in the four-day sporting event...

The Government of Canada is working to renew the relationships between the Crown and Indigenous Peoples in Canada based on the affirmation of rights, respect, co-operation, and partnership. Chief Alfred Dawatzare, Vice Chief Bruce McIntyre,...

The promotion of Indigenous cultures and languages is essential, while being a powerful tool for healing, reconciliation and fostering a strong sense of identity. The audiovisual sector is a key vehicle for the revitalization of Indigenous cultures...

The Arctic Ocean within Inuit Nunangat is a unique and challenging environment. Ensuring these waters are safe for Northerners and mariners is crucial. This is why the Government of Canada continues to make significant investments to improve marine...

The Palais des congrès de Montréal and Indigenous Tourism Québec unveil QUÉBEC AUTOCHTONE (Indigenous Québec), a convivial networking space to discover the tourism offer of Québec's 11 Indigenous Nations. For the list of contributors to the project,...

The Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, will meet with members of the Indigenous audiovisual sector in Montréal on Thursday to discuss developments in the sector and the Indigenous Screen Office. Please note that all details...

The Government of Canada is investing in the growth of tourism to support economic reconciliation and enable Indigenous communities on the Prairies to share their stories, traditions, and landscapes with visitors from across Canada and around the...

All Canadians need access to reliable high-speed Internet, no matter where they live. The governments of Canada and Ontario are taking action to bring high-speed Internet access to underserved communities across Ontario. Today, the Honourable Gudie...

Starting March 1, 2024, The Parkside Hotel & Spa and Huntingdon Manor are directing a portion of their Climate Contribution Fee?aimed to support sustainable initiatives?to the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada (ITAC). Indigenous Tourism is...

Confederation Centre of the Arts in Charlottetown will be revitalized following a combined investment of more than $47 million from the federal and provincial governments.  Announced by Minister Lawrence MacAulay; MP Sean Casey; MP Heath MacDonald;...

Twin Cities PBS is thrilled to announce the premiere of its newest documentary, "The Electric Indian," an extraordinary and heartfelt exploration of the life and legacy of Minnesota hockey icon Henry Boucha. Produced by TPT filmmaker Leya Hale...

The Honourable Pascale St-Onge, Minister of Canadian Heritage, will meet with members of the Indigenous audiovisual sector in Montréal on Thursday to discuss developments in the sector and the Indigenous Screen Office. Please note that all details...

Gen7 Fuel (Gen7), a retail chain of indigenous owed retail gas stations and convenience stores in Ontario, is claiming that KPMG, the court-appointed monitor over the financial restructuring of one of the company's major fuel suppliers, has engaged...

Gen7 Fuel (Gen7), a retail chain of indigenous owed retail gas stations and convenience stores in Ontario, is claiming that KPMG, the court-appointed monitor over the financial restructuring of one of the company's major fuel suppliers, has engaged...

Indigenous partners are making significant contributions to lowering Canada's greenhouse gas emissions and producing green energy through Indigenous-owned and Indigenous-led renewable energy projects. Supporting Indigenous climate leadership is key...

Canadians deserve a health care system that provides them with timely access to health services whenever and wherever they are needed, as well as the ability to age with dignity closer to home. Today, the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada's Minister...

NACCA is thrilled to announce the release of the Indigenous Business Definitions, a national set of consistent definitions that will help direct the procurement of goods and services to legitimate Indigenous businesses across the country. In 2021,...

Indigenous people are overrepresented in the Canadian justice system, whether as victims, accused, or offenders. Access to Indigenous-led justice services across Canada continues to be an important way for achieving systemic change in our justice...

The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, Julie Dabrusin, Member of Parliament for Toronto Danforth and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and to the Minister of Energy and...

OTTAWA, ON, March 11, 2024 The Honourable Arif Virani, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada, Julie Dabrusin, Member of Parliament for Toronto Danforth and Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Environment and Climate Change and to...

Closing the gender gap in automotive with 39 per cent team members self-identify as women, and 50 per cent of Hyundai Canada's National Managers identify as female.Actively seeking Black talent to close the systemic gap with seven per cent team...

A new, innovative, and Indigenous-led health centre is receiving an investment of $13 million from the federal government's Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program. The facility will form part of the Biindigen Well-Being Centre, a new campus...

The Government of Canada is committed to helping Canadian creative businesses and organizations enhance their visibility and increase their export profits in global markets. This benefits Canada's creative professionals and our economy. The...

Today, Hydro One Inc. (Hydro One) and the Coaches Association of Ontario (CAO) announced their Indigenous Hockey Coaching Grant has opened applications for 2024. First launched in 2023, the grant aims to increase Indigenous representation in sports...

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced that the Governor General of Canada, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, will travel to Matanuska-Susitna Valley, United States of America, from March 9 to 12, 2024, to attend the Arctic...

Indigenous Tourism Ontario (ITO) is back for their second year at the Little Native Hockey League (LNHL) supporting their 50th Anniversary tournaments taking place this year at arenas across the City of Markham....

For the first time in U.S. history, a coalition of five Tribal Nations have collaborated with federal agencies to craft a management plan for their ancestral homelands and sacred sites on public lands....